The gaming executive will oversee 'League of Legends' as well as the 'Valorant' champions tour and other major games and tournaments.
Needham joined Riot Games in 2017 as managing director of Europe and North America, and in that role led the rebranding of the“Riot Games has led the explosive growth of esports over the past decade, and I’m proud to be part of the team charged with establishing our portfolio as a foundation for the future of sports,” said Needham. “Esports embodies Riot’s mission to inspire the most meaningful and lasting player experiences.
By further professionalizing our sports, innovating and focusing on sustainability and competitive integrity, and making esports at Riot Games inclusive to all, we will thrive together with new and existing fans. We also will create additional value for our partners and plan to set the highest player-driven standards for competitive gaming well into the next decade.”, in 2009 to a massive worldwide reception that led to it being one of the most played PC games in the world.
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